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Blum
Sets the Bar at Interzum with Aventos
Blum
has introduced Aventos, its latest fitting for the controlled and effortless
opening and closing of top hinged doors on wall mounted high and top cabinets.
While such systems are available generally on the market Blum claims to
have surpassed all the existing actions with gravity defying smoothness
by using refined kinematics in the mechanism.
Aventos is available for bi-fold doors, up-and-over designs or straightforward
high-lift configurations. No matter the size or weight of the door, the
power storage" feature of the new lift system requires the lightest
of pressure and effort to open or close and the front can be stopped in
any position and will remain there. Braking of the action is gentle and
controlled due to the integrated Blumotion system and the housing of the
mechanism is slim, elegant and streamlined.
From a manufacturers point of view, assembly is fast and easy with 3-dimensional
adjustment on single or both bi-fold fronts and a uniform, organised product
program on all carcase heights and widths. With production coming on stream
now, the Blum Aventos will be fully available soon.
Tel: 01908 285700
Email: mailto:info@blum-uk.com
Web: http://www.blum.com
http://www.dynamicspace.com
Two
New Gloss Looks for The Gallery
The
high gloss kitchen trend gets two fresh new looks with the latest additions
to The Gallery collection. Maine and
Minneapolis are both contemporary slab doors, but with two very different
personalities.
Maine's gloss finish in the coolest ice blue has colour appeal. Smooth
slab doors are teamed with a metallic effect carcase and slick matte nickel
lip handles that complement the sophisticated colouring.
(Left)
Maine and (Right) Minneapolis
Minneapolis
combines the warmth and interest of walnut effect with a gloss finish
to create a kitchen that is polished but welcoming. Chunky brushed steel
D handles and a metallic effect carcase complete the look.
The Gallery's Marketing Manager Gary Turnbull comments: 'Gloss finishes
are a great choice for modern kitchen interiors and combine beautifully
with other textures like metallics, timber and slate. Minneapolis gives
timber effect a twist to create a modern and polished look, while the
ice blue of the Maine kitchen is particularly effective when the range
is used with stainless steel appliances and a palette of blue and grey.'
For further information on The Gallery visit http://www.symphony-group.co.uk
or call the Marketing Department on 0870 120 8000.
Burbidge’s
Buxton Alabaster puts Country Kitchens in the Frame
Buxton
Alabaster, the latest kitchen design to be launched by Burbidge,
has been designed to mimic the look of hand-made country-cottage style
kitchens. Deliberately designed to replicate the look of a hand-crafted
kitchen, the Buxton Alabaster door and drawer fronts feature a detail
line around their perimeter that creates an in-frame appearance, while
the smooth alabaster colour gives the kitchen a country feel.
‘By
developing Buxton Alabaster, we’re effectively providing kitchen
retailers and manufacturers with a realistic alternative to a bespoke
hand-made kitchen. They can now offer their customers a country-style
kitchen that appears hand-made, yet is much easier and cost-effective
to install,’ said managing director Ben Burbidge. ‘Since introducing
this kitchen we’ve already had a tremendous take up from our customers,
in fact Buxton Alabaster is likely to be one of our best sellers this
quarter.’
Offering kitchen designers maximum versatility, the Buxton Alabaster frontals
are complemented by a wide range of colour matched foil accessories including
a tall larder door and a boxed extractor canopy, as well as a gun barrel
pilaster, cornice, light pelmet, friezes and an end panel for the creation
of open end units. A range of colour matched wooden accessories are also
available, most notably a 100mm wide chunky pilaster.
Additionally, solid oak curved worktops can be incorporated into any Buxton
Alabaster kitchen design as butchers blocks (as pictured), or to break
up a run of same colour worktops, while wrought iron twist door knobs
look particularly effective against the alabaster colour of the frontals.
Another distinctive feature of the Buxton Alabaster kitchen is the glazed
door, which has a leaded window effect that features tinted grey and red
glass in a geometric pattern.
Burbidge is a kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer. For further
information on the company’s range of wood, painted, foil wrap and
metal frontals and accessories, please visit http://www.burbidge.co.uk
or call 024 7667 1600. Burbidge’s products can also be viewed in
realistic room sets in the company’s showroom at its Coventry manufacturing
facility. The showroom is open five days a week between 9am and 5pm.
Beech
Drawer Inserts from East Coast Fittings
UK
furniture fittings manufacturer and distributor, East
Coast Fittings, has recently launched a new range of solid
Beech drawer and cutlery inserts which are now held in stock for immediate
dispatch.
The inserts provide for handsome and practical interior drawer layouts
and are designed for use in conjunction with the full range of Blum Tandembox
drawer systems with integrated Blumotion self closing - all of which are
stocked and supplied by East Coast Fittings.
The new inserts are designed to be accommodated across the entire range
of modern drawer widths - from 400mm to 1,000mm and including all the
interim permutations (450mm, 500mm, 600mmm, 800mm, 900mm).
ECF's new Beech drawer and cutlery inserts are illustrated and fully detailed
in the company’s new Storage Solutions catalogue which is available,
along with the full set of other ECF catalogues, on request.
Tel: 01664 424288
Email: mailto:components@eastcoastfittings.co.uk
Web: http://www.eastcoastfittings.co.uk
PWS’
New Glass Doors Reflect a Continental Style
The
new range of glass doors from PWS
reflects more than a touch of continental styling. The sharp look of these
glazed fascias will add a contemporary edge to any kitchen. The look is
softened with the milky glass fronted mfc frames and opaque glazed centre
panel.
Functionally, the benefit of this door style is enormous, the beauty of
the design is that standard hinge cups can be used. Another useful feature
is the top-box size which will operate with standard lifting systems.
The range offers a host of design opportunities with eight sizes available,
including a tall 1245mm high door, as well as 797mm and 997mm wide options.
Offering great storage potential, the styling will complement the majority
of modern doors in PWS’ Second Nature range.
All products can be viewed at http://www.pws.co.uk
with a link to order on PWS’ e-commerce solution Tradezone’,
or alternatively telephone PWS Customer Services Department on 01325 505555.
Burbidge’s
Lansdowne Design Looks a Natural in Oak
The
growing popularity of its Lansdowne Maple kitchen has led Burbidge
to introduce a Natural Oak option in the same design.
The
elegant modern design of the extra wide framed door and drawer frontals
is complemented by the matt finish and character patterning of natural
oak. The inherent tone variation and graining of the oak wood not only
accentuates the lines of the frontals, it also means that every component
is unique in appearance.
A kitchen of contradictions, Lansdowne combines curves with angles and
contemporary design with an ancient decorative wood craft. One of three
feature doors available to complement the solid framed frontals has inlaid
marquetry detailing on the panels while the curved drawer fronts are a
particularly distinctive feature of this design.
Not only can the curved drawers be used to add dramatic effect in the
kitchen – whether to break up a run of units or to create a corner
or island feature – but the design of these frontals makes them easy
to fit. Burbidge has developed a simple filler piece which enables the
600mm and 800mm wide curved pan drawer frontals to fit onto standard carcasses.
There are two further feature doors available in this range; a contemporary
door with a lattice panel that will add a point of differentiation to
any kitchen design and a simple clear glass framed door. Additional matching
accessories available with Lansdowne Natural Oak include veneered 50cm
thick ‘floating’ shelving, 28mm end panels, cornice and light
pelmet, a rounded extractor canopy and fashionably chunky square pilasters.
New framed end panels can be used to create the look of freestanding furniture
and a pre-oiled solid oak curved worktop is also available for use with
the curved frontals. For the finishing touch, there’s a simple stainless
steel square handle that effectively reflects the lines and angles of
this kitchen.
Ben Burbidge, Managing Director, comments: ‘We believe that the popularity
of the Lansdowne design, combined with an apparently insatiable consumer
demand for oak, will make this a successful kitchen option for our customers.
Lansdowne is a design that lends itself to the use of different woods.
While the maple option will appeal to those consumers who prefer a sleek
finish, the new oak option will appeal to those who want a more distinctive
grained finish.'
Burbidge is a UK kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer. For further
information on the company’s range of wood, painted, foil wrap and
metal frontals and accessories, please visit http://www.burbidge.co.uk
or call 024 7667 1600. Burbidge’s products can also be viewed in
realistic room sets in the company’s showroom at its Coventry manufacturing
facility. The showroom is open five days a week between 9am and 5pm.
Pfleiderer's
Decorative Panels
Pfleiderer
Industrie's new decorative effects for 2005 are selected to
appeal to prime users. 'Furniture manufacturers, interior designers, exhibition
contractors and shop fitters benefit from Pfleiderer's recommended collections,
each being readily available via regional distribution. Decors are either
'Wodego' melamine faced chipboard or 'Duropal' high pressure laminate.'
says the company.
'Furniture manufacturers will appreciate the soothing tones of
green and burgundy red in plain and fantasy decors. Combined with Pfleiderer's
new beech heartwood or ebony, a homely yet elegant look is created. Dark
woods and cream form a retro feel while soft, light wood effects offer
a subtle finishing touch.
'Interior Design focuses on glowing red and earth tones, warm woods
and stone
structures to make an engaging atmosphere in hotels, restaurants, commercial
premises or even libraries.
'Shop fitting conveys a warm inviting mood with the emphasis on
natural effects such as light and medium wood tones and grey stone. Used
in combination with cream and sand shades they create an eye catching
ambience. New wood effects such as bamboo and a strong beech grain add
a graphic structure where required.
'Exhibition contractors and stand designers need to make an impact
fast. Pfleiderer's clear cut, cool colour range achieves this. Metallic
blue tones work well with gleaming fantasy decors, slate, stone and metal
effects. Prestige woods such as dark walnut offer an effective contrast.
'While there may be some cross over in to different sectors, Pfleiderer's
trend research shows that these selected effects will perform well within
their groups. These are new additions to Pfleiderer' s UK ranges.
For further information or samples, contact Simon Darbyshire:
Tel: 01625 660410
Email: mailto:info@pfleiderer.co.uk
Web: http://www.pfleiderer.co.uk
Natural
stone specialist QM offers a number
of different stone options for kitchen work surfaces and island units
that can be made in any shape or size. The island unit pictured is cast
from Normandy concrete. This concrete is from QM's 'Natural' range. This
collection allows a choice of base colour with any variety of natural
stone aggregate. The very nature of this island unit invites you to explore
and discover a different feature, every time you look at it.
By using the same concrete for kitchen work surfaces, a totally coordinated
look can be achieved. Island units can be used for many different functions.
The unit can include a hob with an overhead hood, a sink and tap for preparation,
or can simply be left plain for entertaining and eating purposes.
QM can also design and produce a huge range of kitchen furniture and products
for elsewhere in the home and garden. A wide variety of stones are sourced
from across the world, and include granite, marble, limestone, sandstone,
slate, concrete, terrazzo and mosaic. With such a choice of textures colours,
finishes and designs, any design dream can be realised.
Tel: 020 8805 6600
Web: http://www.qualitymarble.co.uk
New
Large Single Bowl Addition to the Shonelle Ceramic Range
For
those looking for a modern alternative to the traditional single bowl
Belfast look, Carron Phoenix says
the new Shonelle 105 is it.
Shonelle 105 re-interprets the classic popularity of ceramic with a sink
that can be inset easily into a range of worksurface materials. With its
larger than average square shaped bowl of 410 x 410mm, and generous sized
drainer, it balances stylish good looks with practical ergonomics.
The Shonelle line up includes the single bowl 105 and the bowl and a half
150 models which can both be fitted into a standard 600mm cabinet. Shonelle’s
mixture of classic styling with a contemporary twist gives it the design
versatility for contemporary, classic and traditional kitchen styles alike.
The traditional method of manufacturing from clay fired with a glaze at
high temperature gives it a hard non-porous surface that’s easy to
clean and is extremely resistant to heat and chemicals.
For more information on Carron Phoenix products and a list of stockists
please call 01324 638 321 or log on at http://www.carron.com.
PWS
says that eco-friendly bamboo is set to become the new trend in timber
worksurfaces. ‘Its distinctive grain creates an elegant pattern with
natural warmth, which is not only unique but will complement any décor
in the kitchen.
‘Bamboo
is the most environmentally sound worksurface available. The fastest growing
plant in the world (up to 1m in one 24-hour period), it is annually renewable.
Plants harvested for PWS bamboo worksurfaces are strictly taken from the
hundreds of bamboo species (China), which are not eaten by the panda.’
Following the recent launch of wenge, bamboo is the next introduction
to the PWS worksurfaces collection. Offered in 2.4m lengths in blank form
or up to 3m for bespoke schemes, a further benefit of this warm golden
timber is its natural resistance to moisture ingress. The 40mm staved
construction is carefully crafted to ensure strength and stability to
the tops, providing a unique pattern to the surface with more variety
of grain. Bespoke schemes include an extensive choice of edge profiles
and cut-out options. Bamboo brings the number of Second Nature timber
species to twelve.
Comments Philip Eeles, Worksurface Business Manager at PWS, ‘we are
continually developing products that offer a point of difference for the
designer, and bamboo comes hot on the heels of the launch of wenge worksurfaces.
Bamboo is a natural progression for us, a further example of how PWS is
leading the field with interesting and exotic products, allowing designers
greater flexibility to create inspiring and individual schemes.'
The Second Nature worksurface range also offers a bespoke service on other
solid materials, including a wide selection of granite and composite stone
finishes as well as stainless steel.
View the Second Nature worksurfaces collection at http://www.pws.co.uk
or alternatively telephone PWS Worksurfaces on 01325 505522.
Keller’s
Marino - Setting Trends in the Housebuilder Market
'Offering
a look exactly in tune with today’s market yet at a highly competitive
price, the Marino from Keller by Grovewood
is a kitchen that enables housebuilders to incorporate contemporary European
styling without supply chain hassles and with the full backup of experienced
on-site support.’ says the company.
The
Marino’s minimalist foil wrapped doors are available in a palette
of 18 different finishes or any one of 1,500 paint colours. In addition,
17 carcass colours are available so accents may be created, working in
harmony with stainless steel, aluminium or glass. A selection of 35 handle
options is also offered along with a variety of plinth finishes, stainless
steel legs and glazed aluminium framed wall units.
In all some 940 standard unit types are included in the Marino range.
These are complemented by ‘specials’ that accommodate variations
in depth and width, and optional 10% taller than normal base units to
enable tailor-made solutions to be achieved. Cabinetry for appliances
is manufactured individually using computerised production.
Buying from European suppliers can sometimes result in a protracted supply
chain with no one on site to undertake fitting. With Keller by Grovewood,
a dedicated team of specialists handles the project to ensure delivery
and fitting coincide with build schedules while also making certain that
any remedials are fast-tracked - all orders are, in any case, physically
checked three times prior to leaving the factory.
Joni Thrush, head of marketing for Grovewood, comments: ‘The Marino’s
clean lines are ideally suited to the lifestyle aspirations of purchasers
of contemporary homes on high density urban sites that meet the PPG3 agenda.
Housebuilders are looking to differentiate themselves and a kitchen from
Keller by Grovewood is clearly a good selling point while also being significantly
cheaper than other European equivalents.’
Tel: 01942 844 662
Web: http://www.kellereurope.com
Keller’s
Amalfi Marino boldly coloured kitchen combines modern beech with apple
green. This is not the only combination available, select a different
colour scheme from Keller’s palette of 11 foil finishes and 31 paint
colours.
Demonstrating
European styling with designer flair, the Amalfi Marino also mixes two
key trends that are already proving hot this year. The contemporary, flat-fronted
door of Marino is coordinated with the softer, sapponetta-style door of
the Amalfi.
Further enhancing the design possibilities available in this range is
the extensive selection of base unit sizes – from 300-1200mm-wide
– while wide-pan drawers are available up to 1200mm wide for a contemporary
look.
The Amalfi Marino is functional and practical and its flat-fronted doors
are easy-to-wipe clean and all its carcasses are made from 18mm thick,
high quality, high-density chipboard that is hardwearing and strong. Each
door is edged all around with a 1.5mm ABS edge band.
Keller produces to the just-in-time principle, which means that each kitchen
is made to order – reducing the possibility of missing items and
delays. This method also allows the company to rapidly anticipate recent
trends.
Keller Kitchens is currently searching for new retailers in locations
throughout the UK and offers area exclusivity and great display deals
as well as hassle-free ordering, delivery and dealer support.
For further information on Keller, and a brochure which illustrates the
entire range, please call 0161 962 6939 or visit http://www.KellerEurope.com
Urban
Style from QM Natural Stone and Design Company
Concrete
is no longer simply dull and grey and the component of tower blocks and
offices. Instead, it is now recognised as a cutting edge interior design
material. This can be illustrated by the new freestanding concrete Kitchen
Work Zone from QM Natural Stone and Design Company.
The
freestanding Kitchen Work Zone is fabricated from a visually imposing
dark grey ‘Graphite’ concrete, a part of QM’s ‘Urban’
range’. Though ultra stylish in design, it is essential that as a
work zone, the unit is fully functional too. QM achieves this by incorporating
an integrated sink and drainer and a chiselled edge Nero Assoluto Granite
chopping board.
QM’s Kitchen Work Zone sports a simple and uncluttered form. The
integrated sink and chopping board are supplied in a complementary colour
giving a seamless, flowing appearance. Its minimalist design will blend
into modern, urban, warehouse style interiors.
Speaking on behalf of QM, Managing Director Carlo Fossaluzza says; ‘Concrete
is a perfect material for manufacturing individual designs like the Kitchen
Work Zone. Unlike natural stone, concrete’s initial liquid properties
mean that it can be moulded to make virtually any style or shape and even
colour and texture.’
The freestanding concrete Kitchen Work Zone retails from around £4000
QM Natural Stone and Design Company manufactures bespoke products for
the home and beyond using Granite, Limestone, Slate, Marble, Sandstone,
Concrete, Terrazzo and mosaic.
For further details on the design featured, or to discuss your design
needs, contact QM on 020 8850 6600 or visit the website at http://www.qualitymarble.co.uk
The
Ruby: Steel kitchen from the Combinations collection from Caple
kitchens is a way of adding a splash of vibrant, rich colour to the home.
The
concept of the Combinations range is to ‘mix and match’ two
out of the ten colours in the collection in order to design a truly individual
kitchen. The options available range from lively Ruby to jet Black, metal
effect Steel and wood effect Maple, red Venus and blue Neptune.
One of the most visually striking results of the Combinations concept
is the Ruby: Steel kitchen. The sharp contrast between the bright Ruby
and the brushed steel is impressive and eye-catching. Dedicated lighting
systems and a wide range of handles from Caple add the finishing touches
to the overall look of the kitchen.
As the workings of a kitchen and interiors system are as, if not more,
important than the design and look, Caple has a full range of accessories
to make your kitchen work for you. From innovative storage systems to
weighing scales integrated into the worktop, Caple has elements which
can make your kitchen individual and perfect for your needs.
For more information on Caple kitchens, contact Maurice Lay Distributors
Ltd on 0870 606 9 606 or log on to http://www.mlay.co.uk
Timber
and panel distributor James Latham
reports success with its supply of Flamebreak door blanks.
The
Flamebreak range, which has been manufactured and tested in accordance
with British standard BS476 (Part 22 1987), are lightweight in density,
meaning that they are easy to handle and fix.
Group panel products director, Chris Sutton, says, ‘At Lathams we
are seeing that demand for quality, lightweight door blanks continue to
grow, and we are delighted that are able to offer the Flamebreak product
range to our existing and potential customer base.’
Flamebreak door blanks are manufactured with a special three layer tri-laminated
hardwood timber core, which helps to eliminate gaps. They are available
across eight James Latham depots in a wide range of thicknesses, sizes
and surface finishes and can be supplied as lipped or un-lipped blanks.
James Latham continues to add to its extensive range of panel products
and high quality hardwoods, softwoods and timber flooring products.
For further information or to receive a brochure or product guide, please
e-mail the marketing department at mailto:marketing@lathams.co.uk. Alternatively,
visit the James Latham website at http://www.lathamtimber.co.uk
Cool
New Retro Lines for Prima Kitchens
The
Kitchen Group’s Prima brand
has been upgraded with the addition of a new kitchen furniture range,
the Westport, a beech-effect door fascia with a contrasting metallic edge.
An
established and value-for-money brand, the introduction of the Westport
kitchen is one of a number of enhancements the Kitchen Group has made
to its Prima Collection - including two other new kitchens and a new carcase
specification.
Adding a contemporary, sophisticated look to the collection, the Westport
combines the subtle warmth of a plain beech door with a striking ‘G’
shaped metal strip handle. Influenced by current European design, the
return of the ‘retro’ feel provides a streamlined linear look
which balances with the horizontal beech grain of the door.
Sally Hough of the Kitchen Group, states: ‘Changing customer demands
allowed us to create the new Westport kitchen – the latest designer
looks at affordable prices. The changes we have made to our Prima brand
present our stockists with a more versatile kitchen collection, satisfying
both stockist sales margins and new consumer tastes.’
The cool Westport design is further accentuated with the addition of metallic
effect accessories, such as a metallic effect plinth, a ‘Metro Brushed
Steel’ textured worktop and frosted glass doors with metal surround.
Such accessories are part of a comprehensive range available from the
Kitchen Group, including a range of the latest appliances also under the
Prima brand - all characterised by low, value pricing. The availability
of such extras allows stockists to maximise individual sales whilst at
the same time, help consumers create bespoke kitchen designs for many
kitchen styles and layouts.
For further information about stocking the new Westport kitchen from Prima,
contact The Kitchen Group and ask about display packages, brochures and
POS. Telephone 01204 707070 or log onto http://www.thekitchengroup.co.uk
Everything
Including the Kitchen Sink
From
capacious doubles to discreet food preparation sinks, the Kitchen
Works offers a sink for every kitchen and utility room. The
comprehensive range of undermount sinks from the Kitchen Works reflects
a simple and minimalist design.
Available in both square and circular styles, the undermount sinks fit
seamlessly into both contemporary and traditional kitchens to create a
clean and totally uncluttered look.
The sinks are manufactured in refined fireclay and finished in a white
vitreous glaze that is impervious to moisture, highly durable and hygienic
to use. The smooth, tactile surface of the sinks resists staining and
damage from most household chemicals and abrasives.
The Kitchen Works also encompasses a range of kitchen taps and mixers
which combine designer appeal with reliable functionality. With areputation
for quality, the Kitchen Works provides a dependable design solution for
any modern or traditional kitchen.
For further information please call: 0800 138 0862.